Sharp fuel price hike in Pakistan turns painful for millions ahead of Eid

IANS | March 14, 2026 4:08 PM

New Delhi, March 14 (IANS) The sharp increase in fuel prices in Pakistan are turning painful during Ramadan, when household budgets are already under strain because the rise in the prices of basic necessities disproportionately affects middle-class families, according to a new report.

India's $250 million line of credit helps boost yields at Kenya farms: Report

IANS | March 14, 2026 3:32 PM

New Delhi, March 14 (IANS) Precision agriculture is helping millions of Kenyan small land holders boost yields as the country cuts fertiliser waste and spot nutrient gaps through satellite data, drones and AI tools, a new report has said, adding that a $250 million line of credit from India routed via EXIM Bank for hand tractors and smart irrigation is the game-changer for the country.

More Indian-flagged LPG tankers lined up to cross Strait of Hormuz

IANS | March 14, 2026 3:27 PM

New Delhi, March 14 (IANS) After the safe passage of two LPG carriers from the Strait of Hormuz, more LPG tankers are lined up for crossing the war-affected zone after Iran granted Indian-flagged tankers safe passage from the Strait, reliable sources said on Saturday.